Royalties and Unions Flashcards
Define what royalties are.
The money that artists are entitled to when their work is sold.
What is the term for illegally selling other people’s music?
Piracy.
What does PRS stand for?
Performing Rights Society.
What type of music does the PRS look after?
Live performance.
What does MCPS stand for?
Mechanical Copyright Protection Society.
What types of music does the MCPS look after?
Physical sales (CDs) and downloads/streaming.
What does PPL stand for?
Phonographic Performance Limited.
What type of music does the PPL look after?
Music that is broadcast.
Define what a union is.
A group of individuals who all work in the same industry and provide support for each other to ensure that all in that industry are treated fairly.
What does MU stand for?
Musicians Union.
Who would normally join the MU?
Musical performers.
Who would join Equity?
Actors
What does BECTU stand for?
Broadcasting, Entertainment, Communications and Theatre Union OR Broadcasting, Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre Union.
Define what a trade association is.
A group of companies who accredit each other.
What’s the difference between a union and a trade association?
Union = group of individuals, trade association = group of companies.
